Roman Goron Quintet + at Seattle Jazz Fellowship

It seems almost obligatory to preface pianist Roman Goron’s name with “nineteen year old,” or “young,” when describing his abilities as a pianist and composer. He will turn twenty in August before he departs for New York to attend Juilliard. To this point, Goron is remarkably self-taught, with some guidance from mentors such as Dave Kikoski. His portal of entry onto the Seattle scene was through area jam sessions, evolving into a leader of his own trio, and a noted sideperson who has accompanied artists such as Sarah Hanahan and Joe Farnsworth. Clearly, the age reference is rapidly disappearing from his introduction. ...

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It seems almost obligatory to preface pianist Roman Goron’s name with “nineteen year old,” or “young,” when describing his abilities as a pianist and composer. He will turn twenty in August before he departs for New York to attend Juilliard. To this point, Goron is remarkably self-taught, with some guidance from mentors such as Dave Kikoski. His portal of entry onto the Seattle scene was through area jam sessions, evolving into a leader of his own trio, and a noted sideperson who has accompanied artists such as Sarah Hanahan and Joe Farnsworth. Clearly, the age reference is rapidly disappearing from his introduction. 

This performance is his send-off to NYC, in giving thanks and appreciation to the scene that has nurtured his talent and given it a stage to perform on. It will begin in quintet mode, with Goron welcoming in Seattle jazz legend Jay Thomas, saxophonist Joel Steinke, bassist Trevor Ford and drummer Xavier Lecouturier. The second set will feature a cast of special guests that will perform music from the pianist’s young, but busy career. Goron has come a long way in so many ways. This is a good chance to see him off in a positive way. https://seattlejazzfellowship.org/events

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